100419 - 7000W DUAL FUEL GENERATOR
OPERATION
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NOTICE
Accumulation of frost on LPG cylinder and regulators is
common during operation and normally is not an indication
of a problem. As LPG vaporizes and travels from the cylinder
to the generator engine it expands. The amount of frost
that forms can be affected by the size of the cylinder, the
amount of LPG being used, the humidity of the air and other
operating conditions.
In unusual situations this frost may eventually restrict
the flow of LPG to the generator resulting in deteriorating
performance. For example, if the cylinder temperature is
reduced to a very low level then the rate at which the LPG
vaporizes is also reduced and may not provide sufficient
flow to the engine. This is not an indication of a problem
with the generator but only a problem with the flow of LPG
from the cylinder. If generator performance seems to be
deteriorating at the same time that ice formation is observed
on tank valve, hose or regulator then some actions may be
taken to eliminate this symptom.
In these rare situations it can be helpful to reduce or
eliminate the cold fuel system effects by doing one of the
following:
– Exchanging fuel cylinders to allow the first cylinder to
warm up, repeating as necessary.
– Placing the cylinder at the end of the generator near
the handle, where engine fan air flows out from the
generator. This air is slightly heated by flowing over the
engine. The cylinder should not be placed in the path of
the muffler outlet.
– The cylinder can be temporarily warmed by pouring
warm water over the top of the cylinder.
Battery
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NOTICE
The supplied 12V battery does re-charge while the engine is
running, but it is also recommended that the battery be fully
charged at least once per month or maintained with a smart
charger (included).
Connecting Electrical Loads
Let the engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after
starting.
Plug in and turn on the desired 120 or 240 (if applicable) Volt AC
single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads.
– DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the generator.
– DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads to the generator.
– DO NOT overload the generator.
! WARNING
Connecting a generator to your electric utility company’s
power lines or to another power source may be against
the law. In addition this action, if done incorrectly, could
damage your generator and appliances and could cause
serious injury or even death to you or a utility worker who
may be working on nearby power lines. If you plan to run a
portable electric generator during an outage, please notify
your electric utility company immediately and remember to
plug your appliances directly into the generator. Do not plug
the generator into any electric outlet in your home. Doing
so could create a connection to the utility company power
lines. You are responsible for ensuring that your generator’s
electricity does not feed back into the electric utility power
lines.
If the generator will be connected to a building electrical
system, consult your local utility company or a qualified
electrician. Connections must isolate generator power from
utility power and must comply with all applicable laws and
codes.
Do Not Overload Generator
Capacity
Follow these simple steps to calculate the running and starting
watts necessary for your purposes:
1. Select the electrical devices you plan on running at the
same time.
2. Total the running watts of these items. This is the amount
of power you need to keep your items running.
3. Identify the highest starting wattage of all devices
identified in step 1. Add this number to the number
calculated in step 2. Starting wattage is the extra burst
of power needed to start some electric driven equipment.
Following the steps listed under "Power Management" will
guarantee that only one device will be starting at a time.
Power Management
Use the following formula to convert voltage and amperage to
watts:
Volts × Amps = Watts
To prolong the life of your generator and attached devices,
follow these steps to add electrical load:
1. Start the generator with no electrical load attached
2. Allow the engine to run for several minutes to stabilize.
3. Plug in and turn on the first item. It is best to attach the
item with the largest load first.
4. Allow the engine to stabilize.
5. Plug in and turn on the next item.